Blythe vs Holmes

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Blythe

Boy #19,658 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"happy, carefree, joyous"

Origin: Old English blithe

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#19,658
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Blythe Rank #19,658
Holmes Rank #19,710

Blythe is more popular, ranked #19658 vs #19710 for Holmes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blythe or Holmes more popular?

Blythe is more popular, ranked #19658 compared to Holmes at #19710 in the United States.

What do Blythe and Holmes mean?

Blythe means "happy, carefree, joyous" (Old English blithe origin).

Are Blythe and Holmes boy or girl names?

Blythe is primarily a boy name. Holmes is primarily a boy name.

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